Articles Tagged with injuries to seniors

Unfortunately, abuse is a big problem in our society. According to the CDC, one in seven children have experienced abuse or neglect in the past year and one in four women and one in seven men experience domestic violence during their lifetime. In addition, one in ten seniors will experience abuse.

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Abuse is a crime and the criminal justice system can pursue perpetrators. But survivors may also have the option of seeking a civil claim in court. This can help them seek justice and it allows them to seek compensation for their injuries. If you’re an abuse survivor, we invite you to contact Flaxman Law Group for a free accident consultation with a compassionate, experienced Hollywood personal injury claims attorney.

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Fires in any home or facility can be deadly, exposing occupants to burn injuries, smoke inhalation, and life-threatening injury. In nursing homes and assisted care facilities, the stakes are even higher. Residents may not be able to easily escape a fire on their own and may need assistance to be evacuated correctly. They may also be more vulnerable to fire-related injuries because of their advanced age and any pre-existing conditions.

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The holiday season can be hectic, and if you have a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you don’t want to overlook the signs of nursing home abuse or neglect because of the busy nature of this time of year. If something seems amiss, trust your instincts and investigate further. A moment of concern could be the catalyst for ensuring the well-being of a vulnerable individual.

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If you need help addressing an instance of nursing home abuse or neglect, contact Flaxman Law Group. Our family-based law firm and father-son attorney team understand the importance of family bonds and we bring more than 60 years of combined experience to the table. Reach out to us for a consultation with a Hollywood nursing home abuse and neglect attorney to find out how you can protect your loved one.

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Nursing homes are supposed to provide a safe and healthy environment for seniors who can no longer live on their own. Unfortunately, while many nursing homes do care for residents, each year residents at some nursing homes are seriously or even fatally injured due to preventable accidents. When this happens, criminal charges or civil claims can be filed.

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There are 4.5 million seniors in Florida, and for these residents falls can be a serious danger. While some healthy adults may be able to brush off a slip and fall or trip and fall with no serious injury, falls are one of the leading risks of death and serious injury for seniors.

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Underlying health conditions can make the elderly susceptible to falls. They can also make seniors more at risk. Conditions such as osteoporosis, for example, can make bones more brittle, leading to more serious fractures.

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With Miami and South Florida nursing home abuse and negligence allegations in the news, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are considering the safest options for elderly family members. Florida has many options for the elderly, and families are looking to provide safe care, from the choices available:

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In Homestead and across Southern Florida, many seniors are living an excellent quality of life, thanks in part to medical and tech innovations. The elderly are now able to live interpedently for longer and some families choose to have elderly loved ones move in with them when they need some case.

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Whether you are the family member of a senior living alone or are a caregiver for an elderly family member living with you, home poses a number of hazards for seniors, from falls to slippery shower floors. Here are things you can do to make home safer for a senior:

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In Florida, falls are the top cause of serious injuries and fatalities for seniors. Older adults with health conditions and previous falls are especially vulnerable, but previous falls and conditions in the environment can also contribute to falls.

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When older adults fall, their age is sometimes blamed for their injuries, but they can easily have a premises liability claim or a nursing home negligence claim, depending on where the fall took place. The owners of properties have an obligation to keep their properties safe and nursing homes have a duty of care to take extra precautions for vulnerable seniors. When these parties are reckless and fail to meet their duties, they can be held liable if someone is injured.

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For most people, a slip and fall bruises the ego and thankfully nothing else. But slip and fall incidents in Homestead are far from minor issues. Each year, they kill Americans and cause serious suffering and life-altering, permanent injuries. The elderly are most vulnerable in slip and fall injuries, because they are at risk of hip fractures and may also have conditions such as osteoporosis, which make falls more dangerous. However, anyone is at risk of slip and fall accidents.

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